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June 2023 - Syria Special Weapons News
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- U.S. Welcomes Denmark's Repatriation from Northeast Syria US Dept. of State 30 Jun 2023 -- The United States appreciates Denmark's repatriation last week of 1 woman and 2 children from displaced persons camps in northeast Syria.
- Extending the cross-border mandate in Syria for 12 months is a moral and humanitarian imperative: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 29 Jun 2023 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.
- Syrians facing 'ever worsening' conditions, top UN officials warn UN News 29 Jun 2023 -- Syrians are facing an "ever worsening humanitarian crisis" amid the ongoing 12-year-long conflict, top UN officials told the Security Council on Thursday, as the General Assembly adopted a resolution to create a first-of-its-kind institution to address the issue of more than 100,000 people still missing in the country.
- Return of refugees to Syria should not be politicized: President Assad tells UN aid chief Press TV 27 Jun 2023 -- Syria's President Bashar al-Assad has underlined the need for keeping the issue of the return of Syrian refugees to their homeland out of politics, stressing that Damascus wants their safe repatriation.
- Dozens of militants killed as Syrian, Russian jets hit terror bases in Idlib Press TV 26 Jun 2023 -- Dozens of Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) Takfiri terrorists have been killed and many more wounded after Syrian and Russian warplanes carried out numerous retaliatory airstrikes on terrorist bases and arms depots in Syria's northwestern province of Idlib.
- Russia says US reinforcing military presence in Syria Press TV 22 Jun 2023 -- Russia says the United States is reinforcing its military presence in Syria, despite calls by the Damascus government for the withdrawal of US troops.
- Joint Statement by the Representatives of Iran, Russia and Türkiye on the 20th International Meeting on Syria in the Astana Format, Astana, 20-21 June 2023 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 21 Jun 2023
- Astana talks: Parties underline commitment to Syria's sovereignty, slam Israeli aggression Press TV 21 Jun 2023 -- Participants at the 20th international meeting on Syria in the Astana format have underlined their strong commitment to Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity, while voicing their firm opposition to Israel's acts of aggression and airstrikes against the Arab country.
- No: 152, 21 June 2023, Press Release Regarding the High-Level Meeting on Syria held in Astana on 20-21 June 2023 Republic of Turkey Ministry of Foreign Affairs 21 Jun 2023 -- The twentieth High-Level Meeting on Syria in Astana format was held on 20-21 June 2023 in Astana. Türkiye was represented at the meeting by a delegation led by Ambassador Burak Akçapar, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs.
- Kazakh Foreign Ministry Proposes Ending Meetings on Syria in Astana Format Sputnik 21 Jun 2023 -- The Kazakh capital is hosting the 20th round of the Astana talks at the level of deputy foreign ministers on June 20-21. This is the second event in such a format, the previous one took place in early May in Moscow.
- US Commander Accuses Russia of 'Buffoonery in the Air' in Syria VOA 21 Jun 2023 -- A top U.S. military commander accused the Russian air force of encouraging its pilots to engage in "buffoonery in the air," raising the risk of accidents or even conflict in Syria.
- Astana talks: Iranian delegates meet Turkish, Syria, Russia diplomats IRNA 20 Jun 2023 -- Senior aide to the Iranian foreign minister Ali Asghar Khaji has separately met with deputy foreign ministers of Türkiye, Syria, and Russia on the sidelines of the latest round of Astana talks on the Syrian conflict, which this time is also focused on restoring diplomatic relations between Damascus and Ankara.
- Press release оn quadrilateral consultations of Deputy Foreign Ministers of Russia, Iran, Syria and Türkiye Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 20 Jun 2023
- No: 150, 19 June 2023, Press Release Regarding High Level Meeting on Syria in Astana Format and Technical Meeting of Quadripartite Process Republic of Turkey Ministry of Foreign Affairs 19 Jun 2023 -- The 20th round of High Level Meeting on Syria in Astana format will be held on 20-21 June 2023 in Astana.
- EU excluded Syria from Brussels conference to conceal own bankrupt policies: Foreign Ministry Press TV 17 Jun 2023 -- Syria has condemned the European Union's decision not to invite representatives from the Damascus government to the seventh Brussels Conference on "supporting the future of Syria and the region."
- Norway to provide NOK 1.7 billion in support to Syria Government of Norway 16 Jun 2023 -- 'The humanitarian situation in Syria remains critical and continues to deteriorate. Norway will provide approximately NOK 1.7 billion in support to assist those affected by war, earthquakes and a steep rise in food prices in Syria, Lebanon, Jordan and Türkiye,' said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt.
- Tension escalates in N. Syria as Russia speaks about roadmap to normalize Syria-Türkiye ties People's Daily 16 Jun 2023 -- Tension has been escalating in northern Syria between Turkish forces and Kurdish militants as Russia speaks about a roadmap to restore Syria-Türkiye ties.
- Syrian Kurds Launch New Attempt to Prosecute Captured IS Foreign Fighters VOA 15 Jun 2023 -- U.S. allies in northeastern Syria are intent on prosecuting hundreds of Islamic State foreign fighters for war crimes despite a lack of support from the international community.
- UN chief insists on solidarity with people of Syria, with 'no time to spare' UN News 15 Jun 2023 -- As donors gathered in Brussels at an international pledging conference for Syria organized by the European Union on Thursday, UN chief António Guterres highlighted the immense suffering of the Syrian people, which he said "defies description".
- Syria: Press remarks by High Representative/Vice-President Josep Borrell at Brussels VII Conference on Syria European External Action Service (EEAS) 15 Jun 2023
- Syria: Opening speech by High Representative/Vice-President Josep Borrell at the Ministerial session of the VII. Brussels conference on the future of Syria and the region European External Action Service (EEAS) 15 Jun 2023 -- Welcome to the 7th Brussels Conference on the Future of Syria and of the Region. I am pleased to see so many friends from the region, from Europe and beyond, and also from the UN family, which has come in strength, as always.
- Syria and the region: International community mobilises €5.6 billion during the 7th Brussels Conference European Commission 15 Jun 2023 -- During the 7th Brussels Conference on 'Supporting the future of Syria and the Region' on 15 June, the international community pledged €5.6 billion for 2023 and beyond, including €4.6 billion for 2023 and €1 billion for 2024 and beyond.
- The United States Announces $920 Million in Additional Humanitarian Assistance for Syria US Dept. of State 15 Jun 2023 -- Today, Under Secretary for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Uzra Zeya announced $920 million in additional U.S. humanitarian assistance for Syria at the Brussels VII Conference on "Supporting the Future of Syria and the Region."
- Backgrounder: Canada announces funding for humanitarian and development assistance for those affected by conflict in Syria Canada 15 Jun 2023
- Israeli Jets Strike Targets Near Syria's Damascus - Russian Military Sputnik 14 Jun 2023 -- Two Israeli fighter jets attacked targets near Damascus with four guided air bombs on Wednesday, Oleg Gurinov, the deputy head of the Russian Center for the Reconciliation of Opposing Sides in Syria, said, adding that the Arab country's air defense downed one of the bombs.
- Welcoming Proceedings at the International Court of Justice to Hold the Syrian Regime Accountable US Dept. of State 14 Jun 2023
- The human cost of the Syria crisis is astronomical. The world must continue to support the people and intensify efforts to end the crisis. UNOCHA 14 Jun 2023 -- The crisis in Syria has now lasted twice as long as the Second World War. The toll this has taken on people in Syria, Syrian refugees and communities in the neighbouring countries is astronomical:
- U.S. Service Members Injured in Helicopter Mishap CENTCOM 13 Jun 2023 -- June 11th, a helicopter mishap in northeastern Syria resulted in injuries of various degrees to 22 U.S. service members. The service members are receiving treatment for their injuries and 10 have been evacuated to higher care facilities outside of the CENTCOM AOR. The cause of the incident is under investigation, although no enemy fire was reported.
- Syrian soldier 'seriously injured' in fresh Israeli aggression against Damascus Press TV 14 Jun 2023 -- Israel has targeted the Syrian capital of Damascus in a fresh round of aggression against the Arab country, injuring a Syrian soldier.
- Syria: 'Unprecedented funding crisis' means cuts for 2.5 million in need, warns WFP UN News 13 Jun 2023 -- An unprecedented funding crisis in Syria has forced the UN World Food Programme (WFP) to announce cuts to aid being provided for 2.5 million of the 5.5 million people who rely on the agency for basic food needs.
- Cash-strapped World Food Program to Halve Aid to Needy Syrians VOA 13 Jun 2023 -- The World Food Program said Tuesday it will be forced to end food assistance to 2.5 million Syrians next month if it does not receive at least $180 million in donations to fund programs through the end of this year.
- WFP forced to scale down operations in Syria, as donors gather in Brussels ahead of a major conference WFP 13 Jun 2023 -- An unprecedented funding crisis in Syria is forcing the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to cut assistance to 2.5 million of the 5.5 million people who rely on the agency for their basic food needs. The announcement comes as the European Union gears up to host the seventh Brussels Conference on "Supporting the Future of Syria and the Region" on Wednesday.
- US Service Members Hurt in Syria 'Helicopter Mishap' VOA 13 Jun 2023 -- The U.S. military said Monday a "helicopter mishap" in northeastern Syria injured 22 service members.
- Russian ambassador says U.S. sanctions pose major obstacle to Syria's rebuilding People's Daily 13 Jun 2023 -- Russian Ambassador to Syria Alexander Efimov said on Monday that the U.S. sanctions on Syria are posing a major obstacle in the war-torn country's reconstruction.
- Joint statement by Canada and the Kingdom of the Netherlands on instituting proceedings at International Court of Justice to hold Syria to account for torture Canada 12 Jun 2023 -- The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Wopke Hoekstra, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, today issued the following joint statement:
- Filing of application at the ICJ Canada 12 Jun 2023 -- Canada has supported accountability and transitional justice initiatives that aim to hold the Assad regime and other parties in the conflict accountable for the countless human rights violations it has inflicted on the Syrian people since at least 2011.
- The Netherlands and Canada to bring case against Syria before International Court of Justice Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs 12 Jun 2023 -- Together with Canada, the Netherlands will be instituting proceedings against Syria before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for torture and other cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment and punishment of its own population. This is the next step in a process invoking state responsibility that started in September 2020.
- UN investigative team outlines findings around ISIL chemical weapons use UN News 08 Jun 2023 -- During their nearly four-year reign of terror in Iraq, ISIL extremists developed at least eight chemical agents, tested them on humans, and carried out at least 13 attacks, UN experts reported on Thursday.
- Assad to Aoun: Syrian-Arab détente will have positive impact on Lebanon Press TV 07 Jun 2023 -- Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has hailed the recent normalization of diplomatic relations between Damascus and the Arab world, saying the rapprochement will have a "positive impact" on neighboring Lebanon.
- Russian interministerial delegation conducts nine humanitarian campaigns across Syria Russia MoD 07 Jun 2023 -- Representatives of the Russian interministerial delegation conducted nine humanitarian campaigns for civilians in Damascus region, Latakia, and Tartous.
- CENTCOM Month in Review: The Fight Against ISIS in Iraq and Syria CENTCOM 06 Jun 2023 -- During the month of May 2023 U.S. Central Command-led coalition forces and partner forces conducted 38 operations against the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria. These operations resulted in 31 ISIS operatives detained and 8 killed.
- US Presses for Tightened Sanctions on Syria's Assad VOA 06 Jun 2023 -- U.S. lawmakers are considering legislation that would tighten sanctions on Syria and impede normalizing relations with any Syrian government led by President Bashar al-Assad.
- Syria, Iraq stand together in face of all joint challenges: Syrian FM Press TV 04 Jun 2023 -- Syria has reaffirmed its commitment to developing further cooperation with Iraq in various fields, saying Damascus and Baghdad stand united in facing common challenges.
- Lebanon to set up committee on repatriation of Syrian refugees Press TV 03 Jun 2023 -- Lebanon's caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati says Beirut plans to set up a ministerial committee tasked with the repatriation of Syrian refugees, adding that its members will visit Damascus to assess the process and secure cooperation of Syrian authorities.
- US pilots 'blatantly' violate mutual safety protocols in Syria: Russia Press TV 01 Jun 2023 -- The Russian forces in Syria say US military pilots keep violating safety protocols aimed at preventing clashes between the two forces in the Arab country.
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